Parts for Mtd 642F: Control Panel / Handle Parts

This is a replacement bell washer, a flat washer that can be used with a wide range of various types of lawn and garden equipment. The inner dimension of this washer is 0.40 inches, while the outer dimension is 0.88 inches. Washers are typically used as a way to help ensure a tight connection when used with bolts or screws. They will also help to distribute the pressure of the connection and reduce the risk of corrosion. Washers will also provide some protection from damage during installation. Washers could need to be replaced for any number of reasons. In some cases, they might have become corroded or worn down over time. This could mean they no longer provide a solid and secure connection. Other times, the washer could become lost while working on the machine. Owners should always be sure that they replace any lost or damaged washers right away. Not using washers can reduce the lifespan of the machine. This is a genuine OEM bell washer that is sold individually. It is typically used in lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, leaf blowers, string trimmers, log splitters, wood chippers, edgers, and chainsaws. It is compatible with Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Husky, Murray, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard-Man, Turf King, and MasterCut brands.

This part is a replacement push nut. This is a genuine OEM part made by MTD and has been sourced directly from the manufacturer. This part's intended use is to replace a broken or detached push nut in snow blowers.Push nuts are a special type of fastener that secures together different equipment components. Push nuts will need to be replaced if worn, broken, lost, or otherwise ineffective. When working on or near an engine, it's important to make sure the equipment is powered off and completely cool before starting any repairs. For more accurate information on how and where to install this push nut, reference the appropriate owner's manual and specific equipment diagrams.This is an authentic OEM replacement part made of high-quality materials. This push nut can be used with different models of snow blowers that have been manufactured by MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, and other brands. Part sold individually.

This part is a replacement chute crank assembly. This is a genuine OEM part made by MTD and has been sourced directly from the manufacturer. The intended use for this part is to properly replace a broken or defective chute crank assembly on snowblowers. The chute crank assembly enables the equipment operator to adjust what direction snow is expelled from the chute. This is important for operation, as it allows the snow to be directed away from the area intended to be cleared. This part is subject to wear and tear can become dented, bent, broken, or otherwise damaged and will require replacement. Always ensure that the equipment is completely powered off and is cooled down before attempting to start the repair process. For more accurate information on the installation of this chute crank assembly, reference the owner's manual or equipment diagrams for specific instructions and part location. This is an authentic OEM part and as such is sold individually and made from durable and high-quality metal. This chute crank can be used with a variety of snowblower models manufactured by MTD, Craftsman, Husky, and Yard Machines.

This handle grip part is used on many kinds of lawn and garden equipment that is pushed or otherwise moved around a yard. The handle grips are made out of flexible rubber and are used on the two handles. The purpose of the handle grip is to offer a more secure grip on the power tool and lessen the feel of vibrations.Over time, one or both of the handle grips can start to experience wear. Sometimes, the grips will become damaged or broken. If the grips are very damaged, they may come off of the machinery. There is no need to use tools to replace the handle grip on yard equipment. The old part just needs to be removed from the tool so that the new component can be slipped on. Wear a pair of work gloves to make the process easier.This is a genuine OEM handle grip replacement that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is sold individually. The part is compatible with lawnmowers, snowblowers, tillers, and chainsaws created by MasterCut, Yard-Man, Bolens, Montgomery Wards, Huskee, MTD, Yard Machines, Murray, Troy-Bilt, Ryobi, Cub Cadet, and Craftsman.

This lock washer is used frequently for a number of applications on power yard equipment. The size, 5/16, is the default for many small engine housing and manifold applications. Lock washers are used with machined bolts to fasten engine blocks to the housing of the equipment being used. The compressed washer is able to handle the constant vibration of the small gasoline engine without losing the seal between the screw or bolt and the housing. Typically these lock washers only need to be replaced when they are misplaced during repairs or when the screws that attach them have to be chiseled or cut away, meaning the washers are destroyed as well. These OEM certified replacement washers have been manufactured to the same specifications as the originals they are replacing. In addition to lawn mowers, lock washers of this type and size are frequently used on blowers, lawn tractors, cultivators, snowblowers, and trimmers. Brands compatible with this type of washer are Murray, Husky, Poulan, Bolens, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, MTD, and Ryobi.

This is a carriage bolt, which is found on lawnmowers, snowblowers, and many other types of lawn and garden equipment. The carriage bolt is made of metal and the location will vary based on the model of the tool. The carriage bolt is used to fasten together two components on lawn and garden equipment. It can become damaged, break, or stripped and will need to be replaced.If the carriage bolt is broken, stripped, or has damage, a wrench will be needed to replace it. Make sure that the spark plug wire has been disconnected and the tool is turned off before you begin. Use the wrench to remove the carriage bolt before installing the new part in the same location. Replace any additional disassembled components removed to gain access to the bolt before using the tool.This carriage bolt is sold as an individual component. It is a genuine OEM replacement part that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. The bolt is designed to work with lawnmowers, chainsaws, snowblowers, tillers, and leaf blowers manufactured by Yard-Man, Bolens, Montgomery Wards, Huskee, MTD, Yard Machines, Husky, Troy-Bilt, Ryobi, Cub Cadet, and Craftsman.

A carriage bolt is a type of fastener. It features a smooth rounded head and a square domed top. It has threading, which leads to up to the square shoulder. The purpose of its square is to prevent the bolt from spinning. Once the carriage bolt is inserted through the hole, using a nut and washer can provide additional security. Carriage bolts can corrode and loosen over time. Since it doesn't have a slotted head, a socket wrench is needed when replacing. This bolt carriage replacement is compatible with wood chippers, tillers, string trimmers, lawnmowers, and edgers. It is a genuine MTD product that measures 5/16x.075. It has a smooth rounded head and square shoulder underneath it. This carriage bolt is sold individually.

This carriage bolt is a fastener with a flat tip and a round head with threading along the shank. Also known as coach bolts and plow bolts, the item can be used with many types of lawn and garden equipment. This is a 5/16 carriage bolt that resists turning after the bolt has been tightened. Wear and tear or impact can cause damage to a carriage bolt and lead to the need to replace them.Removing a carriage bolt requires twisting the nut loose from the end of the bolt and then hitting the nut with a hammer. This will begin to move the shoulder out of the lawn equipment. Continue the process until the bolt is loose enough to remove. Installing a new carriage bolt simply requires sliding the bolt into the hole, adding the nut, and tightening things up.This carriage bolt is designed for use with Craftsman, MasterCut, Toro, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Montgomery Wards, Ryobi, Huskee, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and Yard Machines lawn and garden equipment. It can be used with lawnmowers, chainsaws, snowblowers, edgers, and tillers. This is a genuine OEM product sourced directly from the manufacturer as an individual component.

A star knob connects the upper and lower handles on an outdoor appliance, and if removed, the upper and lower handles are quick-released. This part is made of black heavy-duty black plastic, and the threads are made of steel. Over time, the threading can become worn out, making the connection loose, and causing the two handles to no longer stay in place. Star knobs are a straightforward repair that can be done in a matter of minutes. Just unscrew the original, damaged knob and screw in the new knob. The knob is designed to be unscrewed by hand, so there is no need for additional tools to make this repair. This genuine OEM replacement part is designed for a variety of outdoor appliances, including lawnmowers, edgers, chippers, tractors, trimmers, and cultivators. This star knob is compatible with Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Bolens, Craftsmen, and Ryobi products. This part ships individually.

The lock nut is a piece of standard hardware that may have a variety of applications on lawn and garden equipment, including on engines, housings, and other components. The lock nut offers a secure fit by tightening into a flange that prevents the nut from loosening like a regular nut might. Over time, the flange or the nut can become worn or damaged. In some cases, lock nuts may be lost during the process of other repairs or maintenance. Replacing them with genuine OEM parts like this lock nut is the best solution. This lock nut is compatible with hundreds of machines, including mowers, snowblowers, and chippers from MTD, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, RYOBI, Yard-Man, Yard Machines, Bolens, and Husky. The ¼-inch lock nut has multiple locations and applications, so owners should consult their parts diagram for exact placement and part number identification. This lock nut is made of durable metal and sold as a single unit. Those who need additional pieces will have to order multiple quantities. This part will require a wrench or a socket to replace, as well as pliers and/or a screwdriver to hold the bolt or screw in place.

With small gasoline-powered tools that require control panels, this hex screw attaches the panel to the handles of the tools. Machined to be durable, important screws such as these take a real beating. In their locations at critical points on the handle, the hex screws are considered "wear items," and thus periodically, they must be replaced. The control panel itself is often a location of extreme forces, jostling, and abrupt movement in unpredictable directions. The constant movement, with sheet metal rubbing against the hex screws from every direction, make wear inevitable. The manufacturers recommend that spare screws of this type be kept on hand if the heavy use of the equipment is expected. Among the gasoline-powered tools that use these screws are snowblowers, yard tractors, mowers, tiller, chippers, shredders, and other tools requiring hand-maneuvered levers. These screws are compatible with a number of equipment brands and manufacturers, including MTD, Ryobi, Poulan, Yard-Man, Bolens, Troy-Bilt, and Yard Machines.

This durable metal screw is designed to be used on many types of lawn and garden equipment, such as lawnmowers and snowblowers. The screw can be used to attach different components together so they stay stable and connected to ensure the equipment works correctly. It can be used on a variety of materials including metal, plastic, bricks, and wood. If the screw needs to be replaced, a visual inspection will indicate that. Screws often become damaged over time or can even break. Some screws also become stripped and no longer do what they are intended for. A hex wrench can be used to remove this screw from the machine so the new one can be installed. After installing the replacement screw, it should be tightened to ensure the materials it brings together are kept flush.This screw is made for use with lawnmowers, snowblowers, chipper shredders, and lawn tractors manufactured by MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, and Troy-Bilt. It is sold as an individual part. This is an authentic OEM replacement part that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. A hex wrench may be needed for the replacement.